PLANNING AND BUDGETING SPECIALIST - SES - 37021035

Planning And Budgeting Specialist - Ses - 37021035

This Planning and Budgeting Specialist position is in the Bureau of Budget and Planning, under the Division of Administrative Services. This is a highly responsible position that performs budget and planning functions. This is a hybrid position that will provide budget oversight, comprehensive analyses and operational program support. The incumbent will perform various duties which require confidentiality, critical thinking, initiative, attention to detail, and interacting professionally with others.

Performs budget analyst responsibilities for assigned programs. Assists with the preparation of the legislative budget request (LBR), schedule I's and other budget and fiscal related needs for assigned areas of the department, primarily the office of resilience and coastal protection (RCP).

Assists the program budget manager with budget responsibilities for RCP and other ecosystem restoration programs. This may include, but is not limited to, planning meetings, training, analysis, and research.

Monitors the approved budget and verifies the accuracy of FLAIR allotments submitted to reflect changes in the approved budget. Analyzes and prepares budget amendment requests, including uploading them into the budget amendment processing system (BAPS).

Assists with preparation and review of budget projections for assigned programs.

Carries out various year-end and start-up activities for assigned programs.

Participates in analyzing the fiscal impact of legislation pertaining to assigned programs.

Participates in compiling and reviewing certain information required annually for the long-range program plan.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Knowledge and use of the following software : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Knowledge and use of the following systems : Legislative Appropriations System / Planning and Budgeting Subsystem (LAS / PBS); Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR); Report Distribution System (RDS); Payroll Expense Allocation System (PEAS); BAPS. Knowledge and use of Internet for purposes of accessing legislative and other online information. Knowledge of the state budgeting and legislative processes, including familiarity with terminology and concepts. Ability to analyze financial data and written information and propose solutions to complex problems. Ability to communicate and explain complex concepts both verbally and in writing.

Minimum qualifications :

At least four (4) years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.

Position of special trust requirement :

This position is designated as a position of special trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Preferred qualifications :

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, public administration, or a related field.

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook experience.

Adobe Acrobat Pro experience.

Knowledge of State of Florida budget development, legislative and amendment processes.

Experience utilizing Florida's budgeting systems (LAS / PBS and BAPS).

Experience with budget planning, preparation techniques, methods of reviewing and analyzing financial data, and developing / recommending budgetary revisions.

Pay : This position is hiring at $60,000 per year.

Our organization and mission :

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where you will work :

This position is located in the Carr Building, 3800 Commonwealth Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida.

The benefits of working for the state of Florida :

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including : Annual and sick leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year; State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions; Tuition waivers; And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Special notes :

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses : HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us and HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov.

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.